Accessibility

Concessions and carer tickets

We welcome all visitors to the Tower and aim to make everyone’s day out enjoyable.

Disabled visitors receive a concession rate admission ticket and are entitled to bring an accompanying carer free of charge.

Please note that carer tickets can only be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of proof of registered disability.

Access guide

Our full colour and comprehensive access guide includes detailed information, help and advice for visitors. For those with mobility requirements and wheelchair users, there is a colour map detailing routes and other useful information.

Handling pointsOur Handling Point is located in the basement of the White Tower.Information here is available in Braille and tactile format.

Armoury in ActionExperience history hands on with our Armoury in Action gallery. This exhibition includes many tactile elements to explore. A large-print guide to the display is also available. Opening in Spring 2018.

Audio guidesDiscover the Tower with our tour written especially for blind and partially sighted visitors. This guide is free with admission and includes a tactile map.

Magnifying sheetsMagnifying sheets are available in the Welcome Centre.

Guide dogs welcome

All recognised guide, assistance or service dogs - including assistance dogs in training - are welcome inside the Tower. Make sure they are wearing their designated jacket or lead slip. Owners should also bring the dog’s 'Assistance Dog’s (UK)’ identification book with them.

Accessible travel

RiverboatThe majority of riverboats now have dedicated wheelchair spaces.

Taxi, coach and carBlue Badge allocated parking spaces can be found in the Tower Hill Coach and Car Park. The nearest drop-off/collection point is on Lower Thames Street, a two minute walk from the Tower.